Market Hinoki Wood Masu Box - 14cm
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Scroll downWe love meandering through the antique markets in Japan to find pieces that intrigue us and catch out eye, there are always new things to discover each time we visit. This 'Masu' box was traditionally used for measuring rice but is often used today for serving cold sake at restaurants and Izakayas, a glass full of sake is typically placed inside for you to enjoy. This box can also just be used for all your knick-knacks.
Details
Size: Approx. 14cm x 14cm x 8cm
Hinoki/Cypress wood
*As this item was sourced in an antique market it may show signs of character and age. If you have questions please email us at hello@providerstore.com.au
**As much as we try colours may vary slightly from what's pictured.
Story
We braved the brisk winters morning to venture to this market in Nagoya to see what we could find. Once there we found so many beautiful pieces from antique matcha bowls, to baskets and of course we couldn't resists picking up some quirky animals along the way too.
Origin
Japan
Nagoya, capital of Aichi ken (prefecture), central Honshu, Japan, and one of the country’s leading industrial cities. It is located at the head of Ise Bay. Nagoya is a major urban centre between Tokyo and Kyoto and a gateway for accessing Kanazawa, Takayama and other destinations in the Hokuriku region.